Athabasca University's Human Resources is currently recruiting for a Manager, Facilities.
The Position:
The Manager, Facilities provides strategic and operational leadership for facilities management, infrastructure renewal, and capital project delivery at Athabasca University.
This role oversees a unionized workforce and is accountable for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of campus facilities, as well as the successful delivery of capital and renovation projects.
The Manager applies formal project management practices, leads long-term asset planning, and ensures compliance with regulatory, financial, and labour requirements. The role works closely withleadership to align facilities strategies with institutional priorities.
Qualifications:
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Completion of a Degree or diploma in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Sciences, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
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7 10 years' experience in facility management
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Minimum 5 years management and supervisory experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
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Demonstrated experience managing new capital and renovation projects.
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Strong knowledge of Standards and Procedures and applicable codes and regulations as it relates to facility maintenance and operation.
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Strong knowledge of civil, structural, electrical, mechanical technologies, maintenance and Facilities Management techniques
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Strong knowledge of project management principles, tools, and governance
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Ability to read blueprints and to interpret specifications.
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Excellent interpersonal abilities with good written and oral communication skills, organizational and time management skills are necessary.
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Experience developing short, medium and long range facility maintenance and infrastructure plans
A detailed job description can be viewed at Manager, Facilities.
Please note: we will be reviewing qualified applications as we receive them.
Contact Information:
For more information regarding this position, please contact Kathleen Roberts, Director, Financial Reporting & Operational Servicesat [email protected].
